2013 Hyundai Accent Owner's Manual

Introduction
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Use of MTBE
HYUNDAI recommends avoiding fuels
containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl
Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content
2.7% weight) in your vehicle.
Fuel containing MTBE over 15.0% vol.
(Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) may
reduce vehicle performance and produce
vapor lock or hard starting.
Do not use methanol
Fuels containing methanol (wood alco-
hol) should not be used in your vehicle.
This type of fuel can reduce vehicle per-
formance and damage components of
the fuel system.
Fuel Additives
HYUNDAI recommends that you use
good quality gasoline that meets Europe
Fuel standards (EN228) or equivalents.
For customers who do not use good
quality gasoline including fuel additives
regularly, and have problems starting or
the engine does not run smoothly, one
bottle of additives added to the fuel tank
at every 15,000km (for Europe)/5,000km
(except Europe). Additives are available
from your authorized HYUNDAI dealer
along with information on how to use
them. Do not mix other additives.
Operation in foreign countries
If you are going to drive your vehicle in
another country, be sure to:
• Observe all regulations regarding reg-
istration and insurance.
• Determine that acceptable fuel is avail-
able.
Diesel engine
Diesel fuel
Diesel engine must be operated only on
commercially available diesel fuel that
complies with EN 590 or comparable
standard. (EN stands for "European
Norm"). Do not use marine diesel fuel,
heating oils, or non-approved fuel addi-
tives, as this will increase wear and
cause damage to the engine and fuel
system. The use of non-approved fuels
and / or fuel additives will result in a limi-
tation of your warranty rights.
Diesel fuel of above cetane 51 is used in
your vehicle. If two types of diesel fuel
are available, use summer or winter fuel
properly according to the following tem-
perature conditions.
• Above -5°C (23°F) ... Summer type
diesel fuel.
• Below -5°C (23°F) ... Winter type diesel
fuel.
Watch the fuel level in the tank very care-
fully : If the engine stops through fuel fail-
ure, the circuits must be completely
purged to permit restarting.
CAUTION
Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty
may not cover damage to the fuel
system and any performance prob-
lems that are caused by the use of
fuels containing methanol or fuels
containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary
Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol.
(Oxygen Content 2.7% weight.)

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Introduction
Biodiesel
Commercially supplied Diesel blends of
no more than 7% biodiesel, commonly
known as "B7 Diesel" may be used in
your vehicle if Biodiesel meets EN 14214
or equivalent specifications. (EN stands
for "European Norm"). The use of biofu-
els exceeding 7% made from rapeseed
methyl ester (RME), fatty acid methyl
ester (FAME), vegetable oil methyl ester
(VME) etc. or mixing diesel exceeding
7% with biodiesel will cause increased
wear or damage to the engine and fuel
system. Repair or replacement of worn or
damaged components due to the use of
non approved fuels will not be covered by
the manufactures warranty.
Biodiesel (for New Zealand)
Commercially supplied Diesel blends of
no more than 7% biodiesel, commonly
known as "B7 Diesel" may be used in
your vehicle if Biodiesel meets EN 14214
or equivalent specifications. (EN stands
for "European Norm"). The use of biofu-
els exceeding 7%, made from rapeseed
methyl ester (RME), vegetable oil methyl
ester (VME) etc. or mixing diesel exceed-
ing 7% with biodiesel will cause
increased wear or damage to the engine
and fuel system. Repair or replacement
of worn or damaged components due to
the use of non approved fuels will not be
covered by the manufactures warranty.CAUTION
Do not let any gasoline or water
enter the tank. This would make it
necessary to drain it out and to
bleed the lines to avoid jamming the
injection pump and damaging the
engine.
CAUTION- Diesel Fuel
It is recommended to use the regu-
lated automotive diesel fuel for
diesel vehicle equipped with the
DPF system.
If you use diesel fuel including high
sulfur (more than 50 ppm sulfur)
and unspecified additives, it can
cause the DPF system to be dam-
aged and white smoke can be emit-
ted.
CAUTION
• Never use any fuel, whether
diesel, B7 biodiesel or otherwise,
that fails to meet the latest petro-
leum industry specification.
• Never use any fuel additives or
treatments that are not recom-
mended or approved by the vehi-
cle manufacturer.CAUTION
• Never use any fuel, whether
diesel, B7 biodiesel or otherwise,
that fails to meet the latest petro-
leum industry specification.
• Never use any fuel additives or
treatments that are not recom-
mended or approved by the vehi-
cle manufacturer.

Introduction
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No special break-in period is needed. By
following a few simple precautions for the
first 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add to
the performance, economy and life of
your vehicle.
• Do not race the engine.
• While driving, keep your engine speed
(rpm, or revolutions per minute)
between 2,000 rpm and 4,000 rpm.
• Do not maintain a single speed for long
periods of time, either fast or slow.
Varying engine speed is needed to
properly break-in the engine.
• Avoid hard stops, except in emergen-
cies, to allow the brakes to seat prop-
erly.
• Don't let the engine idle longer than 3
minutes at one time.
• Don't tow a trailer during the first 2,000
km (1,200 miles) of operation.
VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS

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Interior overview / 2-2
Instrument panel overview / 2-4
Engine compartment / 2-6
Your vehicle at a glance

Your vehicle at a glance
2 2
INTERIOR OVERVIEW
1. Door lock/unlock button ........................4-14
2. Outside rearview mirror control
switch* ..................................................4-41
3. Central door lock switch* ......................4-14
4. Power window lock button*....................4-26
5. Power window switches* ......................4-23
6. Instrument panel illumination control
switch* ..................................................4-45
7. ESP OFF button* ..................................5-28
8. Headlight leveling device* ....................4-80
9. Fuel filler lid release lever ....................4-30
10. Trunk lid release lever (4 Door) ..........4-17
11. Fuse box..............................................7-66
12. Hood release lever ..............................4-28
13. Brake pedal ........................................5-23
14. Accelerator pedal ........................5-6, 5-11
15. Steering wheel manual tilt
control* ................................................4-37
* : if equipped
ORB010001L
* The actual vehicle may differ from the illustration.
Left-Hand drive type

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Your vehicle at a glance
1. Door lock/unlock button ........................4-14
2. Outside rearview mirror control
switch* ..................................................4-41
3. Central door lock switch* ......................4-14
4. Power window lock button*....................4-26
5. Power window switches* ......................4-23
6. Instrument panel illumination control
switch* ..................................................4-45
7. ESP OFF button* ..................................5-28
8. Headlight leveling device* ....................4-80
9. Fuel filler lid release lever ....................4-30
10. Trunk lid release lever (4 Door) ..........4-17
11. Fuse box..............................................7-66
12. Hood release lever ..............................4-28
13. Brake pedal ........................................5-23
14. Accelerator pedal ........................5-6, 5-11
15. Steering wheel manual tilt
control* ................................................4-37
* : if equipped
ORB012001R
* The actual vehicle may differ from the illustration.
Right-Hand drive type

Your vehicle at a glance
4 2
INSTRUMENT PANEL OVERVIEW
1. Driver’s front air bag* .......................3-40
2. Light control/Turn signals .................4-75
3. Instrument cluster.............................4-43
4. Wiper/Washer ...................................4-81
5. Ignition switch* ...................................5-5
6. Engine start/stop button*....................5-8
7. Digital clock and audio* .........4-112, 4-116
8. Steering wheel .................................4-37
9. Steering wheel audio control* ........4-117
10. Climate control system* ........4-88, 4-97
11. Hazard warning flasher
switch ......................................4-73, 6-2
12. Shift lever ..............................5-14, 5-17
13. Cigarette lighter* ..........................4-109
14. Parking brake lever ........................5-24
15. Passenger’s front air bag* ..............3-40
16. Glove box .....................................4-108
17. Power outlet* ................................4-111
* : if equipped
ORB010002L
Left-Hand drive type

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Your vehicle at a glance
ORB012002R
1. Driver’s front air bag* .......................3-40
2. Light control/Turn signals .................4-75
3. Instrument cluster.............................4-43
4. Wiper/Washer ...................................4-81
5. Ignition switch* ...................................5-5
6. Engine start/stop button*....................5-8
7. Digital clock and audio* .........4-112, 4-116
8. Steering wheel .................................4-37
9. Steering wheel audio control* ........4-117
10. Climate control system* ........4-88, 4-97
11. Hazard warning flasher
switch ......................................4-73, 6-2
12. Shift lever ..............................5-14, 5-17
13. Cigarette lighter* ..........................4-109
14. Parking brake lever ........................5-24
15. Passenger’s front air bag* ..............3-40
16. Glove box .....................................4-108
17. Power outlet* ................................4-111
* : if equipped
Right-Hand drive type